Netanyahu Admits Iran War is Halfway, Insists Regime Not Target
Key Takeaways
- Netanyahu says war goals are beyond halfway; more than half achieved.
- Netanyahu says no regime-change goal; war aims degrade Iran.
- Mossad plan to spark uprising in Iran failed, NYT reports.
War Progress Assessed
Netanyahu told Newsmax the war had achieved more than half its aims.
He said the assessment was beyond the halfway point in terms of missions, not necessarily time.
Gulf allies are urging Trump to continue prosecuting the war.
Netanyahu Predicts Regime Collapse
Netanyahu voiced confidence the Islamic Republic would eventually fall.
He insisted that was not the objective of the war.
The Atlantic Council described the campaign as a high-risk gamble with unclear objectives.
Mossad Plan for Regime Change Falters
Netanyahu had adopted a Mossad plan to incite the Iranian opposition to ignite protests.
“According to a report in The New York Times, Netanyahu discussed this vision while persuading U”
American officials expressed reservations about the realism of the scenario.
Intelligence assessments indicate the regime remains stable despite being weakened.
International Response Mixed
The UK Transport Secretary said London wants a peaceful transfer of power in Iran.
Kemi Badenoch said there is no problem with regime change in Iran.
Brent crude rose above $115 a barrel.
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